Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021 vs. BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021 compared to BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore105 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke72 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque127 NmTorque125 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio12.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,252 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,270 mmLength2,255 mm
WidthWidth965 mmWidth980 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,580 mmWheelbase1,510 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height910 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)242 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)260 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21.2 lFuel Tank Capacity30 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

The Pan America 1250 is Harley-Davidson's first attempt in the segment of large touring enduros and it has definitely succeeded! Apart from a few, rather negligible flaws, the Pan America 1250 Special is an all-round good adventure bike that even pleases with its off-road qualities. The Revolution Max V2 engine has a sporty character, placing it perfectly in the luxury enduro bike class. With innovative features such as the Adaptive Ride Height System, the Americans could even manage to acquire a larger number of new customers for whom the usual suspects in the big enduro bike segment are all too high.

Sporty engine

stable on- and off-road feel

comfortable seating position

extensive electronics

unique look

cornering ABS as standard

cornering TC as standard

high-quality electronic suspension

seat height can be lowered when stationary

good off-road characteristics

Comparatively high weight

Ground clearance too low for hard off-road terrain

ABS on rear wheel not disengageable

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BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

As the most successful supplier of large-volume touring enduros, BMW has for years been highly successful in establishing the large R 1200 GS Adventure as the ultimate long-distance touring motorbike. Building on the driving dynamics and high off-road and touring competence of the conventional R 1200 GS, the Adventure represents the maximum solution for off-road touring riders. With its bulky fairing and 30-litre tank, the 125 hp engine has more to haul, but a high degree of agility is still maintained. Nothing is spared in terms of equipment, the big Adventure offers the full programme: ABS, ASC (Automatic Stability Control) and two riding modes "Rain" and "Road" are standard.

Powerful engine

relatively easy to ride

30 litre fuel tank

excellent ergonomics

stable brakes.

High weight

high price

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